Nominate volunteers for VIVA Awards

MUNCIE – Nominations of "Very Important Volunteers" are being taken through March 27 for the annual VIVA Awards.

Presented by the Muncie Rotary Club and Muncie Sunrise Rotary Club, the VIVA Awards recognize individuals who have demonstrated the highest level of volunteer activity to serve the civic and social needs of our community. The event rewards, reinforces and inspires local volunteers to aspire to the Rotary ideal of "Service Above Self," according to a press release.

Individuals who live or work in Delaware County are eligible. Additional criteria are set forth on the nomination form, which is available by contacting event chairman Sara Shade, 289-0661 or shade@beasleylaw.com.

This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the VIVA Awards. The award presentation will be at noon April 21 at the Horizon Convention Center. Prepaid reservations for the luncheon will be taken until April 13.